How to… Delegate

How to… Delegate

Delegation is the process of division of duties and activities among your team members and collaborators. Assigning an activity also means to explain it and clearly describe what the expected outcome is.

It does not simply mean telling them what to do, but also why they have to do it.

In fact, delegation is a very important process, because it does not only allow for employee training, but it also favors their autonomy, their sense of initiative and their capability of problem solving. Empowerment is a key word in the process of delegation. This implies authorizing the necessary freedom to carry out a certain task, while at the same time offering the right level of support in order to ensure that the job will be done correctly. Finally, it is crucial to show appreciation for employees who have initiative and accept major responsibilities. Not considering a person responsible for the achievement of certain outcomes could imply a demotivating effect on the morality and productivity of the entire team.

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